Operating Mulch-On-Demand Mower Deck (MOD) If Equipped

Adjusting Spring Tension

Only check if there are issues with the force when opening or closing baffles. Also check spring tension if the system is popping out of mulch/side discharge while mowing.

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. To adjust linkages, put deck in lowest position.

3. Put handle in mulch position.

4. 
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   Measure tension spring. To adjust:
   • Loosen nuts (A).
   • Measure distance between outside of washers. Measurement (B) is 83 mm (3.3 in.)
   • Tighten nuts (A).
   
   

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Adjust Handle Force

To adjust the handle position, adjust turnbuckle (B) by loosening nuts then turning turnbuckle.

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. 
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   Loosen two nuts (A).

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3. Adjust turnbuckle (B) for handle position.

4. Tighten nuts (A).

Adjusting Discharge Baffle

Adjusting the discharge baffle helps with reducing windrowing in mulch mode.

1. Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section.)

2. 
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   Loosen two nuts (A).

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3. Adjust turnbuckle (B) until gap (C) is closed.

4. Tighten nuts (A).

Adjusting Baffle Timing

If the baffles are out of timing, or the system is not mowing correctly, check the following:

1. Put system in Mulch Mode.

2. 
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   Loosen two nuts (A) slightly on each clamp for each baffle (B). Slide baffle closed until baffle hits the stop. Tighten nuts to 39 N·m (29 lb.-ft.).

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3. Check discharge baffle gap and adjust if needed. (See “Adjusting Discharge Baffle” in this section.)